Okay, I know how to make a crimp. I've made hundreds and I do them pretty well. I even make sure not to get my 'wires crossed' before the crimp. Here's my problem: I don't like wire to show so I pull my necklace pretty taught and sometimes my beading wire gets funky and the necklace gets...

Yippee! Finally made it to 100 feedbacks today!!! (and 100%) 'saxon_creek (100)' There are more than 200 actual feedbacks but multiples don't count! :) Took long enough though, almost 4 yrs! Woohoo!

A few things added to the web page: some florals: http://www.beadbimbo.com/ebay/vio.jpg http://www.beadbimbo.com/ebay/pop.jpg A huge floral lentil:

Dear Friends, We had a lovely, restful vacation with a minimum of hassle, but it's good to be home again. Jim and mom did really well and seemed to fully enjoy themselves. My favorite thing to do is comb the beach for shells, beach glass (not much of it at the Outer Banks though), and...

Can someone please advise me about removing glue from the backs of flatback rhinestones please. I have some I removed from a garment and wish to use on another. Thanks Daisy Carthage demands an explanation for this insolence!

Some very dear friends of mine are going to Hong Kong for two weeks over the Christmas break. They have offered to buy me some beads there if I can suggest suitable places to go. I am interested in silver, freshwater pearls and gemstone beads and possibly some findings. Does anyone here have...

Hi Everyone! I have been making beads so long, that I even forgot buttons are important too! I started button making for a friend who is an avid knitter. Check out my Button creations! Happy button making! or beading! Peace to you all! Cindy G. http://www.randomacts.150m.com/DSCN1891.JPG

http://www.justbeads.com/listings/details/index.cfm?itemnum=834466777 Finally...getting my head back on straight after my girly's wedding and move to Florida 4 days afterward. Thanks for looking.... Jill Newman Tatercat Studio

Hi all! Quick auction up on ebay this evening - more Halloween beads! Halloween Night Lentils http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120145279587 Thanks for looking! Kandice www.lampwork.net

http://www.justbeads.com/listings/details/index.cfm?itemnum=800220109 Elegant and sophisticated, with a hint of vintage. I love these. -- Marisa (AU/NZ) http://www.galleryvittoria.com She said, as she admired her bracelet, "Who needs the fellas when you have THIS kind of arm candy?"

Dear Friends, Hubby passed out Sun and injured his nose and we had to rush him to the hospital. At first they thought it was a heart attack, but now they are thinking it's blood clots in his legs and lungs. He won't have his chemo this week, so hopefully the cancer won't get ahead of us. Apparently...

Is anyone planning on going to the International Gem and Jewelry Show in Houston on August 20, 21, 22? I've already received my free admission tickets and can't wait to go. :) Anna W. in Tx

next year, Cate and i will combine what few kitchen talents we have and make a real Thanksgiving dinner. If you need recipes, let me know. :) My sweet potatoes were such a hit this year there were no leftovers. :) Cheri (Bubbee to Emily and Nathan)

Hi everyone! Just a couple more auctions ending tonight and that will be it for this week. Have a great holiday! ~Of Earth & Sky Tab~ http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4953041365 ~Dream Twist~ http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4953041370 --

Her blood counts are still very low - right on the borderline. However, she got up and ate most of her breakfast. We didn't hear from the vet all weekend, and I was sure that meant good news, but she is still barely hanging on. She's not in pain, just very weak. She walked outside for her...

Hi guys, I have three sets of lampwork glass beads on ebay ending soon. There are some spring florals and some more organic beads for those who "don't do pink"! Please check them out here http://snipurl.com/9d4j Thanks for looking, Emma

Hello Beady Friends! I am very pleased to offer some Bead Art Dolly Kits!! I hope they do please ya! Also I am putting together Bead Packs and Seed Bead Color Packs, Odds and Ends, and will be uploading some "FREEBIES" no strings attached but postage does apply. I thank you so much and please...

The two Auctions are ending tonight.... You know the big bold and beautiful purple bead and the ink blue trimmed fishie.... Go look and enjoy and thanks for looking....there's something so satisfying about the seeing hit count go...

If anyone here is from NYC and would like to recommend any local bead stores, I would be interested. I shop at two good ones on 6th Ave. in the 30s (Toho Shoji and NY Beads) when I'm not buying online, but I always wonder if there are any "gems" (pardon the bad pun), beadwise and/or pricewise,...

Kandice...Happy Birthday. I have something to send you Me too. Official me too post. It goes in the mail today. ~~ Sooz ------- "Those in the cheaper seats clap. The rest of you rattle your jewelry." John Lennon (1940 - 1980) Royal Varieties Performance ~ Dr. Sooz's Bead...